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  • 2nd October 2025

    New Breathing Space Bench Unveiled at FDAMH to Support Mental Wellbeing

    A new Breathing Space bench has been unveiled at FDAMH (Falkirk & District Association for Mental Health), which encourages people to sit, reflect and have meaningful conversations about mental health and wellbeing. The bench was officially unveiled by FDAMH patron Dennis Canavan during a special gathering at the company’s office, celebrating support for the local community. Part of a Scotland-wide initiative, the Breathing Space benches are physical symbols of hope and support — encouragi ...

  • 12th June 2025

    PwC Glasgow unveils ‘Breathing Space’ bench for staff mental wellbeing

    A new ‘Take Some Breathing Space’ bench has been installed at PwC’s Glasgow office to promote mental health and wellbeing in the workplace. Situated on the rooftop terrace of in PwC’s new Glasgow office, the bench is part of a wider initiative to encourage open conversations about mental health while providing a visible reminder of the importance of taking time to pause and reflect. The latest PwC bench was officially unveiled on Wednesday 11th June. Speaking before the event, ...

  • 12th May 2025

    New station benches offer moment to pause this mental health awareness week

    Benches promoting positive mental wellbeing are being unveiled at several train stations in Scotland as part of mental health awareness week (12-18 May 2025). The seats encourage passengers and members of the community to take a moment to pause and reflect on their own mental health, as well as offering a dedicated space to talk through challenges and difficult times with others. They’re being delivered by Network Rail in partnership with ScotRail, NHS 24’s Breathing Space service, the Samarit ...

    photo of the opening of the new Breathing Space bench at Dumfries train station

  • 27th January 2025

    Learn to listen for Breathing Space Day

    With Breathing Space Day coming up, NHS 24 is calling on the public to ‘learn to listen’ to help those who may need some additional assistance with their mental health. Breathing Space Day, celebrated annually on February 1st, serves as an important reminder of the critical role listening plays in mental health support. The day also highlights the invaluable work of NHS 24’s Breathing Space service, a free and confidential phone and web chat service available to anyone in Scotland aged 16 ...

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